Senior Designer– Glass, Aluminum, Façade & Steel Structures

HYK BUILDERS PTE LTD; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company based in Alberta is seeking a skilled drafter to prepare detailed shop and installation drawings for various structural elements, including glass and aluminum systems. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in architectural drafting or structural detailing, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. This role offers the opportunity to work on multiple projects and collaborate closely with engineers and architects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of working experience in façade design, structural steel detailing, or architectural drafting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of architectural drawings and steel structure detailing.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deliver accurate drawings under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings.
• Coordinate with architects and engineers to resolve design issues.
• Produce as-built drawings after project completion.

Skills

Architectural drawings

Façade systems

Structural steel detailing

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma / Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Structural Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings for glass, aluminum, curtain wall, cladding, façade systems, structural steel, and metal works.
• Structural set-out plans
• Wall set-out drawings
• Detailed floor plans, elevations, and sections
• Convert conceptual designs, sketches, and tender drawings into precise AutoCAD and Revit drawings for submission and approval
• Produce as-built drawings after project completion
• Prepare detailed drawings of curtain walls, skylights, canopies, doors, windows, cladding panels, and structural assemblies
• Support engineers and project managers in preparing material schedules, cutting lists, and quantity take-offs
• Liaise and coordinate with architects, structural engineers, façade consultants, suppliers, and site teams to resolve design and technical issues
• Provide drawing clarifications and technical support to fabrication and installation teams
• Perform other drafting and design duties as assigned by the manager or project lead

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 7 years of working experience in façade design, structural steel detailing, or architectural drafting preferred
• Strong knowledge of architectural drawings, façade systems, and steel structure detailing
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and SketchUp, with good skills in Microsoft Office
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and deliver accurate drawings under deadlines
• Independent, responsible, and detail-oriented with strong technical knowledge
• Comfortable working in an office and site setting